The image depicts two male figures wrestling. One figure is on top of the other. The top figure has his head tilted back, mouth open, and arms wrapped around the lower figure's waist. The lower figure is crouched down and appears to be pushing the top figure off. Both figures are muscular and have defined physiques. They are not wearing clothing. The background is dark and blurry with shades of gray and black. The image is a sketch or drawing in shades of gray.
Artwork details
- Medium:
- Charcoal on off-white laid paper
- Culture:
- American
- Dimensions:
- 486 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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